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Core Conditioning

Many of us have wished for flatter stomachs, a goal that seems more frustrating and elusive the older we get. You might have been tempted by infomercials for exercise devices or breathless magazine articles promising "flat abs" and tighter tummies "in just days." Despite the hype, spot exercising abdominal muscles won't get rid of fat. The only way to do that is to expend more calories than you take in. Working these muscles has its place, but the smart money these days is on strengthening a variety of trunk muscles, collectively known as "the core."

Core conditioning improves posture, which contributes to a trimmer appearance. Moreover, developing core muscle strength can boost the effectiveness of workouts and reduce the risk of injuries that sideline our efforts to stay in shape.

If you've ever had physical therapy to treat low back pain, you're probably familiar with the concept of strengthening the core - the muscles in the abdomen, lower back, and pelvis that lie roughly between the rib cage and the hips. The strength and coordination of these muscles is important not only for sports and fitness routines but also for daily life - for example, reaching up to a shelf, lifting a child, or sponging a spot off the floor. Experts say that well-coordinated core muscle use stabilizes the spine and helps create a firm base of support for virtually all movement.

Exercises that strengthen abdominal and other core muscles should be part of an overall fitness plan that includes regular moderate-intensity aerobic exercise and 20 to 30 minutes of strength training two to three times a week.

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Many of the clients that we have trained here at Core Body FX, have changed their lives forever. Check out these incredible stories and transformations.

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